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A large white tent spanned the grounds of the Piazza in Northern Liberties, transforming the spot into the biggest and hottest New Year's Eve party in town.

Thousands of people welcomed 2013 in glamorous party attire surrounded by friends, drinks and a crowded-but-fun, cobblestone dance floor. Others escaped the dance tent to soak in the surrounding bar scene at the various restaurants located around the Piazza.